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About this episode

CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston discusses a new broadcasting deal and the implications for the league's future.

CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnston comes through on a promise and lands a six-year broadcasting deal sarting in 2027. Jake Maier is given the role of starting quarterback in Ottawa. Can the B.C. Lions be stopped in 2026, or will injuries (specifically to starting veteran-quarterbacks) play a key role in determining who wins each division? (CFL on CBC theme music used with express permission; podcast recorded June 2, 2026).

Topics covered

• CFL
• broadcasting deal
• quarterback
• B.C. Lions
• injuries
• football

Keywords

• CFL
• Stewart Johnston
• Jake Maier
• B.C. Lions
• quarterback
• broadcasting deal
• football
• injuries

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CFL, B.C. Lions

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